On the recordNovember 17, 2010
The committee's power only has the power that we cede to it. It merely is in the position to make suggestions and recommendations.
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congress.govMelanne Verveer: “The committee's power only has the power that we cede to it. It merely is in the position to make suggestions and…”
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Verveer clarifies that the CEDAW Committee can only make non-binding recommendations.
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